Record Number of LV Students Recognized in National Foreign Language Contest

More than thirty middle school and high school students participating in the National Foreign Language Exams, earned high scores which qualified them for recognition. Eighth grader Arthur Babcock won a cash award for placing third in the Italian contest. He is the first Locust Valley student to earn this award.

A record number of students participated in the national foreign language exams in French, Italian and Spanish.Given across the country, these exams recognize achievement in the study of the language and promote proficiency as well.Students voluntarily participate annually in order to further enhance their learning of French, Italian and Spanish.